Guadalupe River State Park
Spring Branch, Texas
| Address: | Guadalupe River State Park, 3350 Park Rd 31, Spring Branch, TX 78070, USA |
| GPS: |
29°52'5.6"N 98°29'23.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Texas |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.2-2.0 mi |
Restrooms Picnic Tables Rivers Pet Friendly Bicycles Fishing State Park
Canoe, Hike, Horseback, Kayak, Mountain Bike, and Swim
Guadalupe River State Park is a wonderful place to enjoy the beautiful Guadalupe River and the land around it.
The park has over 4 miles of river front where visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, wading in the water, sitting on the shore, kayaking, and canoeing. The river varies in depth allowing for these different activities. People of all ages will enjoy the variety available on the river.
Floating on tubes over the calmer parts of the river is an activity that is enjoyed by many. Don’t own a tube? Rentals are available at the park.
Guadalupe River State Park also features over 13 miles of trails available to hikers and mountain bikers. A few of these trails also allow for horseback rider access, including the Painted Bunting and River Overlook Trails.
There are 85 campsites at the park available for reservation. These campsites have water and electricity available for RV and tent campers. Nine additional primitive campsites are available for walk-ins on a first come first served basis. These primitive campsites do not have water or electricity, allowing campers to enjoy being more connected to nature.
The entrance fee to the Guadalupe River State Park is 7 dollars per person. Children 12 years old and younger can enter the park for free.
Guadalupe River State Park is a wonderful place for the citizens of Austin, Dallas and other surrounding cities to escape and enjoy the great outdoors many times over.
More Information
Guadalupe River State Park — Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Many folks come here to swim, but the park is more than a great swimming hole. Beautiful scenery and colorful history await, just a short drive from San Antonio and Austin.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/guadalupe-riverNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read More
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Spring Branch, Texas
- Head south on US-281 S (2.9 mi)
- Take the TX-46 ramp to Boerne/New Braunfels (0.1 mi)
- Keep right, follow signs for Texas 46 (417 ft)
- Keep right at the fork, follow signs for TX-46 W and merge onto TX-46 W (7.3 mi)
- Turn right onto St Park Rd P31 (0.5 mi)
- Continue straight onto Park Rd 31 (0.2 mi)
- Continue onto St Park Rd P31 (2.3 mi)
- Continue onto Guadalupe River State Park Rd (0.2 mi)
- Guadalupe River State Park Rd turns slightly right and becomes St Park Rd P31 (1.3 mi)
- Turn left onto Guadalupe River State Park RdDestination will be on the left(0.2 mi)
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